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A ‘package of strict measures’ has been announced by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) after a widespread public consultation highlighted the need for stricter controls while playing online slots.Tighter Controls NecessarySpin speeds and Autoplay features will be permanently banned as it encourages players to ‘speed up play or celebrate losses as wins’ said the UKGC.The…
Denise, Peter, and John Coates co-owners of Bet365 are reported to be the highest paying taxpayers, the second year running.The Sunday Times reported Bet365 paid £573million and over £200 million generated from corporation and payroll taxes, the rest generated from salary and dividend taxes.The estimated tax paid would be enough to pay annual state pensions…
Microgaming a leading content provider in the iGaming industry has signed an exclusive content deal with PearFiction Studios. The Montreal-based content provider will supply Microgaming with a diverse range of titles to add to its portfolio.PearFiction have already worked alongside Microgaming in a one-off deal that produced the punk rock style slot The Smashing Biscuit.…
Blueprint Gaming are no stranger to the iGaming industry and is a leading supplier of highly innovative software content. They’ve recently unveiled their latest design team Lucksome, a highly talented team of designers with nearly 30 years combined experience in the industry. Heading the team is Bryan Upton, formerly of NetEnt.Wealth of KnowledgeBryan Upton recently…
Swedish software developer Play N Go have released their second title in 2021 Miner Donkey Trouble, a highly volatile slot that comes a 7×7 grid and cascading reels.About Miner Donkey TroubleMiner Donkey Trouble has a gold mining theme where an old gold miner and his trusted side-kick Donkey are causing mayhem. The high-definition slot sees…
Betty Moffatt rose to fame along with Husband Mark and Daughter Scarlett after appearing on the popular C4 show Gogglebox back in 2014. Scarlett Rose to fame after winning the I’m A Celebrity crown in 2016 and went on the present I’m A Celebrity Extra Camp alongside Ant and Dec and various other TV commitments.Online…
Isle of man-based software giant Microgaming have had a busy start to 2021. With help from a growing network of exclusive content studios, they have already produced a range of brand new, innovative titles for January 2021.Shamrock Holmes MegawaysKicking off the new year, ALL41Studios have developed Shamrock Holmes Megaways, a slot with high volatility and…
Paddy Power, the Irish-born bookmaker has announced they are to become headline sponsors for ITV Racing as of 1st January 2021.The new sponsorship deal will further enhance the exposure of the Irish bookmaker brand through broadcasting, digital, social media, and podcasts.Exclusive Broadcasting Rights To British HorseracingITV has exclusive live broadcasting rights to all British horseracing…
MGM Resorts one of the largest US casino operators have pitched a takeover deal for UK-based Entain, formerly GVC holdings in a bid to strengthen its presence in the online sports betting markets.Offer RejectedEntain who owns UK high street betting shops Ladbrokes Coral had received a bid of £8.09B but rejected the offer stating it…
The gross gambling yield in the UK saw a growth of 29% during November 2020 to £524m. This is largely due to a massive recovery in the sports betting sector after the pandemic struck in March 2020.Sports Betting 80% Market UptakeSports betting accounted for 80% of the market reaching £290.1m, with active players increased by…
The United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) have voiced concerns over potential lottery scams deliberately targeting the public over the festive period.Reports of scams where customers had been requested to send money abroad or use premium phone numbers are on the rise so what do customers need to be aware of with lotteries?What To Be Aware…
As we head into the festive period, Isle of Man based software developer Microgaming has been extremely busy creating new titles and a brand-new Poker innovation.Hold’Em PokerHold’Em Poker is now live across Microgaming Casinos and provides players a whole new online casino experience. Hold’Em Poker is a fast-paced game with a €5 buy-in Sit &…
GVC Holdings are one of the largest sports betting and casino gaming groups, providing casino, poker, sports betting, and bingo via its propriety technology platform. 99.9% of its shareholders voted unanimously in the firm’s corporate re-brand to ‘Entain Plc’.Sustainability TargetsIn an extraordinary general meeting, a new corporate charter has been signed off bringing a new…
Christmas comes but once a year, but some wish it could be every day. Yggdrasil has a solution. Christmas Tree is a brand new festive spinner you have the chance to play all year round.Snow is falling all around as a huge Christmas Tree stands proudly adorned with twinkling lights and gifts. Forming winning clusters…
Gauselmann Group partner Blueprint Gaming have released its latest slot featuring the developers Spin Boost mechanic. Lion Thunder is the second slot to feature the mechanic and follows on the huge success of Big Cat King Megaways.Lion ThunderLion Thunder is a 6 reel slot with 4096 ways to win. Players spin the wheel to collect…
Malta Based Casino software provider Pragmatic Play have signed a deal to supply its full portfolio of casino games to Kindred brands Unibet and 32Red. Kindred players will now have full access to Pragmatics’ highly successful Live Casino products including brand new Blackjack and Roulette tables.On top of the Live Casino, the portfolio includes Baccarat…
Evoplay is a leading provider in slot game developer based in Ukraine, they provide over 100 slots, instant, and table games. They have recently launched an innovative instant game Pachin Girl, inspired by the popular Japanese slot machine Pachinko.Pachin GirlPachinko is a cross between a pinball game and a slot game. A hologram of a…
Divine Fortune has to be one of NetEnt’s all-time favourite progressive slots to date. The game takes its inspiration from Greek mythology and includes beautiful, mythical creatures, gold coins, and untold fortunes.NetEnt have created an enhanced version of the 2017 classic title with the addition of the famous Megaways mechanic. The slot follows hot on…
Michael Dugher, CEO of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has urged the Government to rethink opening betting shops and casinos. Tier 3 restrictions are expected to be in place after the latest lockdown restrictions are lifted on December 2nd.ConcernMr. Dugher wrote letters to two ministers expressing concern around the latest restrictions and outlined extra…
Yggdrasil, a leading content provider of innovative casino software have just released the third instalment in the series of Splitz mechanic games. The new title is expected to see some of the biggest jackpots to date with a decent RTP and Splitz mechanic.About SyncroniteSyncronite is a highly volatile video slot with an RTP of 96%.…
